We estimate that turnout was even higher in battleground states, and that young people's support for the President was key to his reelection.
Data from our 2012 poll of young people finds that 40% don't know key information about the voting process.
Our comprehensive survey of young people includes analysis of youth intention to vote, electoral outreach, and breakdowns by race/ethnicity and education.
We explore just what it may mean if youth are excited about an election, and its implications for their voter participation and vote choice.
Whether for lack of opportunities or because young people are not "joiners", few youth belong to formal groups or associations
Young people and people of color remain the biggest supporters of the President.
Explore all our analyses of youth turnout and vote choice in the 2012 Republican primaries and caucuses.
A new working paper highlights various disparities in the political and civic participation of youth.